OCEAN CITY — The Art League of Ocean City’s annual plein air painting event, “Artists Paint OC,” gives the public the opportunity to see the painting process and also collect the art created in the resort. The public is invited to attend two Wet Paint Sales on Saturday, Aug. 14, from 5-8 p.m. and on… Read more »
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Who’s Playing When & Where – August 13, 2021
45th Street Taphouse 443-664-2201 45th St. & Coastal Hwy. Friday, Aug. 13: Aaron Howell Saturday, Aug. 14: Stepbrothers Sunday, Aug. 15: Keith White Duo Wednesday, Aug. 18: Aaron Howell Thursday, Aug. 19: Ward Ewing9th Street Taphouse 443-664-2641 9th St. & Boardwalk Friday, Aug. 13: TBA Saturday, Aug. 14: TBA Thursdays: Chino RankinAtlantic Hotel 410-641-3589 2… Read more »
Northside Park To Host ArtX Next Weekend
OCEAN CITY — Ocean City’s festival focusing on artistic expression, ArtX, will bring additional opportunities for creative experiences to the beach next weekend.On Aug. 21–22, the outdoor event takes over Northside Park and its vast 58 acres. Surrounding the scenic lagoon, ArtX offers an endless list of opportunities to create, purchase and enjoy different genres… Read more »
OCBP Alumni Of The Week, Chazz Chiamardas, A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To Compete
(Editor’s Note: The following is a series on the men and women who have spent their summers protecting all those who came to Ocean City for fun and safe vacation.)OCEAN CITY — Not every Ocean City Beach Patrol story takes place in the ocean. Some can take place miles away. This is one of them.In… Read more »
Voices From The Readers – August 13, 2021
‘Vaccinations A Must’ ResponseEditor:If you have the vaccine, why would you care if others choose for various good reasons, to skip?If you are vaccinated, why would you mask up? Meanwhile, science says masks don’t work and positivity rates are the same between groups with masks vs no mask.Do some more homework and stop trying to… Read more »
Obituaries – August 13, 2021
William Clair SiefkenBERLIN — William “Bill” Clair Siefken, age 79, of Berlin, passed away peacefully on Saturday, Aug. 7, 2021.Born in Springfield, Missouri, he was the son of the late William Clair and Velma Louise Siefken. In 1960, he graduated from North Caroline High School, in Denton, Md. Out of high school, he was drafted… Read more »
Cops & Courts – August 13, 2021
Assault, Theft ArrestOCEAN CITY — A New Jersey woman was arrested last weekend after an alleged altercation with her girlfriend near a midtown hotel.Around 9:30 p.m. last Friday, an Ocean City Police Department (OCPD) officer responded to the area of 47th Street for a reported domestic assault. The officer arrived and met with a female… Read more »
Things To Do Around Town – August 13, 2021
Every Friday: BingoKnights of Columbus will host with doors open at 5 p.m. and bingo beginning promptly at 6:30 p.m. Held at the Columbus Hall at 9901 Coastal Highway, behind St. Luke’s Church. Light refreshments available. Call 410-524-7994 with any questions.Every Sunday: Berlin Farmers MarketMain Street will be closed every Sunday through September from 9… Read more »
What’s Your Sign? August 13, 2021
ARIES (March 21 to April 19): A troubling situation takes a positive turn and moves toward a resolution that should please you and your supporters. Meanwhile, make time to deal with new domestic issues.TAURUS (April 20 to May 20): It’s a good time to reassess your goals and consider shifting directions. Remember to keep an… Read more »
Smith Named Legionnaire Of The Year
Robert Smith was recently named the American Legion Post Legionnaire of the Year. During the past year, he was involved in numerous post programs and activities, organizing the post’s Memorial Day, Veterans Day, Armed Forces Day and First Responders Awards programs. When the Vietnam Memorial touring Wall That Heals traveled to Ocean Pines, Smith helped… Read more »